In Fayetteville, Arkansas, on May 18, 2023, former Arkansas Razorbacks quarterback KJ Jefferson brought himself in for a wreckless driving charge. In this piece, I explore potential causes for the Razorbacks football team’s 2023 troubles that were unknown to us at the time.
KJ Jefferson, the former quarterback for the Arkansas Razorbacks, turned himself in to the police earlier today on a charge of reckless driving.
The incident that gave rise to the charge occurred on May 18, 2023, prior to Jefferson’s enrollment at UCF, where he intends to complete his collegiate career.
From what we Know Now, Here are some Dynamics with KJ Jefferson that could have affected the Arkansas Razorbacks
Arkansas knew about the incident involving KJ Jefferson.
Jefferson’s arrest in 2023 was known to UCF head coach Guz Malzahn, who said to the Orlando Sentinel, “I have been full aware of this situation that took place in 2023 prior to his arrival at UCF.”
If Malzahn was aware, Arkansas and head coach Sam Pittman must have been as well. For a coach that is already on the hot seat, this may make it a bit hotter for Pittman.
It is Jefferson’s right of who he decides to inform. Regardless however, what we know now is that the Razorbacks struggled to a 4-8 season, and no disciplinary action was reported to have been taken on Jefferson. This could be another strike against Pittman heading into 2024 that fans could point to if the team continues to struggle.
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